J&K students protest after teachers stop them from singing national anthem

Doda: The students of Higher Secondary School in Bhagwah area of Doda district of Jammu and Kashmir have lodged a massive protest outside the Deputy Commissioner’s office demanding strict action against those teachers who stopped them from singing the national anthem during morning prayers.

Students alleged that the teachers interrupted them while they were singing the national anthem. They also said the practice had been discontinued two years ago and only began after this Independence Day.

Meanwhile, DC of Doda said strict action will be taken in the complaint. He also assured that the students will be given protection so they can continue the practice and no harm shall be inflicted on them now on.

Hundreds of students reached Doda headquarters by walking over 15 kilometers, as there was no vehicle owing to damaged roads. They demanded FIR’s should be lodged against the teachers involved.